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About this home
Ideally situated in the heart of Westhampton, this exceptional circa - 1883 farmhouse seamlessly blends historic charm and architectural character with updates designed for today's lifestyle. The rare setting offers lush mature landscaping, stone terraces, tiered decks perfect for outdoor entertaining, and generous off-street parking at both front and rear. The airy light filled floor plan boasts tall ceilings and fine period millwork. The main level includes elegant formal living and dining rooms, cozy family room, remodeled eat-in kitchen and renovated powder room. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms (primary suite with ensuite bath and large walk-in closet) and 2 full baths. The lower level features a spacious great room with an adjoining half bath. A charming guest cottage/studio/home office provides an additional bedroom, full bath and kitchenette. Great convenient location close to the vibrant shops and dining at Libbie & Grove and the Best of RVA!
Wilton, located between Carytown and the James River, is a residential and historic Richmond neighborhood with leafy streets and river-adjacent green space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Wilton Road and Riverside Drive corridor, where shaded sidewalks meet quiet overlooks and the hum of passing cyclists. Brick Colonials and mid-century ranches sit behind mature trees, with curving streets that feel set apart from the city grid. The Wilton House Museum adds a tangible link to early Virginia history and riverfront grounds. Nearby, Agecroft Hall & Gardens and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts anchor a culture-forward routine without leaving the Near West End.
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Offer insights
5 River Rd · $1,149,000
$1.21M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.21M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 16 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.7%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Built-in features, bookcases, ceiling fans, high ceilings, recessed lighting, high-speed internet, cable TV, wired for data
Great tax abatement applies until 2015. Incredible farm house circa 1883 which affords all the charms of yester year yet beautifully renovated for today's lifestyle. This rare setting offers lush gardens, stone terraces, tiered decks and generous off street parking both front and rear. The light filled floor plan boasts tall ceilings, elegant formal rooms, and cozy family spaces on three levels. Original millwork, oak and pine floors accent updating in 3 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths and the granite top kitchen. A charming guest cottage/studio/home office provides another bdrm, full bath and kitchenette. Don't miss the rare opportunity to live in one of the first homes in Westhampton. Walk to St. Cat's, St. Chris, St. Brid. Chimneys and flues convey "as is". Additional parking in rear.
CVRMLS #1214316
Apr 2, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jun 1, 2012
Listed
$789,000
$261/sq ft
CVRMLS #2618425-248486400
Aug 28, 2006
Sold
$785,000
$259/sq ft
Jun 2, 2006
Listed
$798,950
$264/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2618425
Aug 28, 2006
Sold
$785,000
$259/sq ft
Jun 2, 2006
Listed
$798,950
$264/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2203292
Jul 8, 2002
Sold
$580,000
$192/sq ft
Feb 10, 2002
Listed
$585,000
$193/sq ft
CVRMLS #2203292-20220211
Feb 10, 2002
Listed
$585,000
$193/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1999
Sold
$419,000
$138/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 3, 1997
Sold
$276,450
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$9,972 (+9.6%)
$254,000 + $577,000
$831,000
2019
$9,096 (+2.7%)
$254,000 + $504,000
$758,000
2018
$8,856 (+1.9%)
$254,000 + $504,000
$758,000
2017
$8,688
$254,000 + $484,000
$738,000
2016
$8,688 (+8.4%)
$254,000 + $470,000
$724,000
2014
$8,016 (+11.5%)
$254,000 + $462,000
$716,000
2013
$7,188
$254,000 + $462,000
$716,000
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
210 ft.
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,839
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,839
Year built
1883
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Richmond City
APN
W0220162003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jan 21, 2023.
Jul 13, 2000 • Final
Plumb prmt (residential) - alter/remodel light
Gas
Plumbing
Oct 16, 1997 • Final
Building (c) - addition
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Richmond, VA • 23226
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Sun exposure
62/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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4.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5 River Rd
$1,176,858
$28K over list price of $1.15M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $1.5M.